At First Sight

At First Sight

Nicholas Sparks

This novel is dedicated to Miles, Ryan, Landon, Lexie, and Savannah

Acknowledgments

For this novel in particular, I have to thank my wife, Cathy. Not only was she the inspiration for

Lexie‟s character, but she showed amazing patience while I was writing the novel. I wake every

day knowing that I‟m lucky to have married her.

My kids-Miles, Ryan, Landon, Lexie, and Savannah-who never let me forget that even though

I‟m an author, I‟m first and foremost a father.

Theresa Park, my agent, deserves my thanks for letting me bend her ear whenever the mood

strikes. But more than that, she always knows exactly what to say when the going gets tough. I‟m

fortunate to work with her.

Jamie Raab, my editor, has once again earned my undying gratitude. She‟s not only insightful,

but charming, and I couldn‟t have written this book without her.

Larry Kirshbaum, the illustrious head of Time Warner Book Group, is heading to different

pastures, but I can‟t let him leave without a final word of praise. I know it was a tough decision,

but I‟m sure you know what‟s best for you. It‟s been my honor and privilege to work with you,

and I‟d like to wish you the best of luck in whatever future awaits.

Maureen Egen, another “biggie” at Time Warner Book Group, has always been a delight. She‟s

as sharp as they come, and I‟ve loved every minute we‟ve spent together.

Denise Di Novi, my patron saint in the world of Hollywood, is, and always has been, a blessing

in my life.

Howie Sanders and Dave Park, my agents at UTA, always look out for me, and I‟m thankful to

work with them.

Jennifer Romanello and Edna Farley, my publicists, are both fabulous and gifted. They are

treasures, and it‟s because of them that I‟m still able to get out and meet my readers.

Lynn Harris and Mark Johnson, responsible for The Notebook, are, and always will be, my

friends.

Scott Schwimer, my attorney, has not only a kind heart, but an extraordinary ability to...